Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center launched its annual Spring Gear Giveaway through April 1, aiming to raise $30,000 for avalanche forecasting and education. Donors contribute $20 per entry to win from 24 prizes valued over $16,000 in backcountry gear and experiences. Colorado leads the nation in avalanche accidents and deaths, averaging six fatalities yearly. Since 2005, Friends of CAIC has invested over $4.4 million in avalanche safety, including forecast infrastructure and public education. Last season, the organization provided $310,500 to CAIC operations, visited 232 trailheads engaging 8,809 backcountry users, and maintained avalanche awareness signage at over 200 locations. The 2025-26 season goals include $350,000 in direct support to CAIC and educating 7,000 people statewide.
"Colorado leads the nation in avalanche accidents and deaths, with avalanches representing the most deadly weather-related natural hazard in the state on an annual basis, averaging about six deaths per year and many more non-fatal injuries."
"Friends of CAIC, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has served as the primary fundraising arm of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center since its founding in 2005. Last season, the organization gave $310,500 directly to CAIC forecasting operations and visited 232 trailheads through its Trailhead Outreach Program, engaging 8,809 backcountry users across the state."
"Since 2014, the organization has invested just over $4.4 million into avalanche safety, funding forecast infrastructure, public education programs, web and mobile application development, and trailhead outreach statewide."
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